Dell Unified Server Configurator User Manual

About this manual

The Dell Unified Server Configurator (USC) is an embedded configuration utility that runs from a flash memory card during system boot. It lets administrators set BIOS, iDRAC, NIC, RAID and other hardware options, deploy operating systems, and run diagnostics without an installed OS.

The guide covers launching USC with the F10 key, using the setup wizards, updating firmware via the Dell Update Package, configuring RAID and virtual media, performing repairs, and troubleshooting common error messages.

What's inside

• Overview
• Launching USC
• Setting Up USC
• Updating the Platform
• Hardware Configuration
• RAID Configuration
• Operating System Deployment
• Running Diagnostics
• USC Repair
• Troubleshooting

Frequently asked questions

How do you launch the Dell Unified Server Configurator?

Press the key within 10 seconds of the Dell logo during system boot to enter System Services and start USC.

What should you do if System Services is disabled when trying to launch USC?

Wait about a minute after resetting iDRAC before restarting the system, then try again.

How can the BIOS, iDRAC, and NIC firmware be updated with USC?

Use the USC Dell Update Package (DUP) to download and apply updates for BIOS, iDRAC, RAID, power supply, and NIC firmware.